Trump’s apprenticeship plan could be the best thing he does for the economy

Originally post by The Hill by Ryan Craig, opinion contributor 05/08/25 07:30 AM ET President Trump issued a flurry of executive orders last week relating to education and workforce development. Most continued the administration’s predictable attacks on traditional higher education, but one stands out for setting a proactive vision for a better American education and workforce […]

Students at new Coast medical academy get free tuition and pay while training

Originally posted by SunHerald by Mary Perez | Updated August 15, 2025 Ocean Springs Students were in class Thursday, training for jobs in the medical field, while the ribbon was cut at Singing River Healthcare Academy. The first medical apprenticeship program in the state occupies a shiny new building at 3401 Bienville Blvd. The modern architecture […]

Hinds CC electro-mechanical technology student is newest Continental Tire apprentice

Originally posted by Hinds Community College, by Karin Meadows | Sep 25, 2025 Continental Tire Apprentice Matthew Vanputten, a Bolton native now residing in Pearl, second from left, with Continental Tire Maintenance Manager Augusto Madeiros, Hinds Community College President Dr. Stephen Vacik and Brenda Myers, Supervisory Apprenticeship and Training Representative for the U.S. Department of Labor. Vanputten works […]

Hinds CC Diesel Tech grads awarded Empire apprenticeships

Originally posted by Hinds Community College, by Cathy Hayden | Sep 24, 2025 Apprentices from left, Chris Johnson of Utica, Ridge Fewell of Mendenhall, Jadarius Turner of Edwards, Braiden Gilliland of Brandon and Hayden Eagleburger of Brandon. RICHLAND – Five Hinds Community College alumni who graduated from the Diesel Technology Academy signed apprenticeship agreements with Empire Truck Sales […]

US Department of Labor continues aggressive expansion of Registered Apprenticeship program with Alabama, Colorado partnerships

Originally posted by US Department of Labor – September 23, 2025 Agreements aim to streamline new registration, help youth access skills training opportunities   WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Labor today announced Alabama and Colorado have each received $12.5 million in funding to develop resources and invest in educational pipelines that lead to more Registered […]

Mississippi’s first medical apprenticeship program celebrates Class of 2025

Originally posted by Raylen Ladner, News Anchor, WLOX – Sep. 19, 2025 at 5:34 PM CDT The Singing River Healthcare Academy marked a major milestone, celebrating graduates of the Class of 2025. Mississippi’s first medical apprenticeship program marked a major milestone, celebrating graduates of the Class of 2025. PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WLOX) – Mississippi’s first medical apprenticeship […]

Meet the next generation of ag pilots. Delta State University prioritizes cutting edge tech to tech ag aviation.

Originally posted by Raney Rapp, Senior Staff Writer, Delta Farm Press – July 25, 2025 At a Glance Program produces 10 graduates yearly, addressing shortage among only 3,400 U.S. aerial applicators. Students receive comprehensive training on Air Tractor AT-802 aircraft and chemical application techniques. Graduates complete the seven-month program fully prepared for immediate employment in agricultural […]

US Departments of Labor, Commerce, Education unveil workforce development strategy to fuel ‘Golden Age’ of the American economy

Originally posted by US Department of Labor – August 12, 2025 WASHINGTON – The U.S. Departments of Labor, Commerce, and Education today published a milestone report, America’s Talent Strategy: Equipping American Workers for the Golden Age, which presents a bold vision and concrete actions to transform the federal government’s approach to workforce development. The strategy outlines the Trump […]

Secretary Chavez-DeRemer announces $5M in WANTO grants to expand apprenticeship opportunities, good-paying jobs for women

Originally posted by US Department of Labor – July 9, 2025 WASHINGTON – U.S. Department of Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer today announced a $5 million funding opportunity for up to 14 grants to attract and retain more American workers in Registered Apprenticeship programs and high-growth industries like manufacturing, construction, and cybersecurity. Administered jointly by the department’s Women’s Bureau and Employment and […]